Seed germination in swamp privet (Forestiera acuminata)

摘要

Swamp privet (Forestiera acuminata) is an underutilized member of the Oleaceae. Swam privet is native to wet areas of the lower Midwest and southeast (USDA Zones 5 to 8). It forms a large shrub or small tree. Plants are dioecious and female plants produce an ovoid, blue-black drupe. Its ornamental potential has not been explored, but it could serve as a non-invasive replacement for privet {Ligustrum) as a deciduous hedge. Its foliage is a good, clean dark to dull green and there is usually good yellow fall color. Swamp privet could make a good addition to the plants available for rain garden and bioretention areas.